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In the News Today: In line with its mandate to create opportunities for economic participation and its commitment to Unisa’s catalytic niche areas, the Inhlanyelo Hub recently launched its Bosadi Artisan Entrepreneurship Development Programme. The first cohort of women artisans embarked on their journey towards community artisanship and creating business ventures in what is still …
In the News Today: A leader in animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim, is stepping up its efforts to combat rabies in South Africa. In commemoration of World Rabies Day, the company is contributing to the ‘Zero by 30’ strategy, a worldwide goal to eliminate rabies by 2030. In response to the worst outbreak of rabies in the …
In the News Today: SAFA have announced that Bafana Bafana will host Congo Brazzaville for their 2025 AFCON Qualifiers tie at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Friday, 11 October. Hugo Broos’s charges needed a last-gasp winner from Thalente Mbatha to see off minnows South Sudan 3-2 in the last qualifying clash, which currently …
In the News Today: Mchunu said SAPS knew where most of the firearms come from but have to verify the information and investigate how they are brought into South Africa. “There is a dedicated unit that deals with illegal firearms, they have to work 24/7. It’s clear the number of firearms is quite high and it’s …
In the News Today: Known for its stunning coastline, Gqeberha is home to some of South Africa’s best fishing spots. Let’s take a look at some of the best places offering a seafood experience that you absolutely cannot miss, whether you live nearby or are visiting: Fishaways Fishaways stands out… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Gqeberha: …
In the News Today: Tariff adjustments in areas affected by import issues at Port Elizabeth harbour will erode petrol price cuts. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has approved an interim adjustment of all the affected magisterial… continue reading HERE. Source: google.com Kariega: Rich Flora and Fauna – The surrounding area is home to …
In the News Today: Music producer and DJ Mkhululi Siqula, better known as Heavy K, has a new song with US rapper Busta Rhymes. The hitmaker from Veeplaas in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape is set to release three new tracks in collaboration with legendary American rapper Busta Rhymes. These tracks will feature on Busta’s upcoming album. …
In the News Today: The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the Eastern Cape is one of the top three mass murder spots countrywide. This comes after 18 people died from two families were shot and killed in two separate incidents at Ngobozana village on Saturday. Police said that over 38 people had been killed …
In the News Today: The ELRC is the bargaining council for public education and the body where conditions of employment and matters of mutual interest are negotiated for public educators. Over the years, Prof Van der Walt and the Labour and Social Security Law Unit (LSSLU), an engagement entity, that he established in 2003, formed …
In the News Today: The Hostel of Hope project is part of the Engagement Office’s ongoing efforts to enhance the University’s engagement with the community, specifically in the under-resourced area of Helenvale in Gqeberha. The hostel is a marginalised community facing severe crime and poverty and other numerous challenges, including dilapidated facilities and food insecurity. The …
Keynote address by the National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola (SOEG) The Minister of Police, Mr Senzo Mchunu; The Premier of EC, Mr Oscar Mabuyane; Deputy Minister of Police, Mr Cassel Mathale and Ms Polly Boshielo; The MEC of Community, Mr Xolile Nqata; The Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Mr Gary Van Niekerk; All Heads …
In the News Today: MSC says it is working to recover containers and debris that fell overboard its cargo ship as it was leaving the East London port last month. MSC Antonia encountered “adverse sea conditions” when it was leaving South Africa on August 28. The company said: “Unfortunately a number of containers were damaged or …
In the News Today: The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has noted the memorandum received from the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality today (Thursday, 26 September 2024). The memorandum was received by Siphiwo Mxhosa, SANRAL’s Acting General Manager for Transformation and Stakeholder Relations, from a DA delegation led by …
In the News Today: The significant costs associated with flying the South African national football team, Bafana Bafana, to away games has been revealed. Each international fixture, particularly those requiring long-distance travel across the vast African continent, poses a considerable challenge to SAFA’s budget. SAFA CEO Lydia Monyepao recently highlighted these costs, particularly in light of …
In the News Today: The Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu says 38 out of 2000 extortion cases reported to the police in the Eastern Cape on the extortion hotline are being investigated. He says most of the cases acted as tip-offs that enabled police to find the suspected masterminds behind extortions in the province. Mchunu was …
In the News Today: It is easy to look at his list of accomplishments and goals and marvel at how one man has managed to carve out a successful career in medicine, wellness, motivational speaking, and the media, all while living out his passion for music, within the space of just over two decades. If …
Over 100 march to Kariega Town Hall to raise concerns about climate change
In the News Today: 24 September 2024 – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has named a 33-member preliminary squad for next month’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Congo. Broos’ charges face the Congolese in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, on Friday, 11 October 2024 (7pm), and then they travel to Congo to play the return …
In the News Today: SAFA have confirmed the venue for the crucial Bafana Bafana AFCON 2025 qualifier tie scheduled for 11 October 2024. The senior men’s national team plays back-to-back qualifiers next month against Congo Brazzaville. The first leg has been moved from Bloemfontein to Gqeberha’s Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. SAFA CEO Lydia Monyepao made …
In the News Today: On September 20, 2024, Andile Nyoka faced the Gqeberha High Court for the brutal murder of Sergeant Mario Nell in Motherwell. Nyoka, who had attacked Nell during a court session on May 3, 2023, received a life sentence plus 57 years for his shocking crime. The courtroom buzzed with tension as …
In the News Today: gsport Founder Kass Naidoo has praised South African women in sport for breaking barriers on the world stage, noting that their achievements inspire the next generation of global superstars. Naidoo’s comments come as gsport, Africa’s leading women’s sport advancement initiative, celebrates the fifth anniversary of its #gsportGlobal chapter. Launched in 2006 to …
In the News Today: Standard Bank, in proud partnership with the Lincoln Mali Leadership Foundation, is set to send 22 young rugby players from the Eastern Cape to the United Kingdom for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The players, selected from 528 boys and 24 schools from Gqeberha and Fort Beaufort, earned their places in the Mzwandile …
In the News Today: A Gqeberha woman tried some adventurous activities with her loved ones in Summestrand The lady and her family or friends were captured riding bikes in the bushes before she took a hilarious turn The online community reacted to the video, with many finding the situation hilariously funny A video of a …
In the News Today: MambaOnline and OUT LGBT Well-being publish a monthly overview of reported LGBTIQ+ rights violations in South Africa, including hate speech. We also look at the status of cases making their way through the criminal justice system. Here is our summary for August 2024. South African MP Ian Cameron Joined in Gender Bashing …